Unbreakable wills: From injuries to climbing Mount Everest
The remarkable story of Julian Bannister’s journey from a serious skiing accident to conquering Mount Everest exemplifies the unwavering commitment and resilience fostered through the exceptional care provided by the Department of Orthopaedics at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH).
Congratulations to our 2023 Orthopaedic UGME Fall Research Forum Award Winners
UBC Department of Orthopaedics celebrates outstanding student research at the 2023 UGME Fall Forum, chaired by Dr. Lise Leveille, honoring exceptional achievements in orthopaedic studies.
Faculty Spotlight – Jonathan Bourget-Murray
Meet UBC Orthopaedics Clinical Instructor, Jonathan Bourget-Murray, whose journey from Quebec to Kamloops reflects dedication, passion, and global outreach.
UBC GO Spotlight – Peter O’Brien
At the heart of the remarkable collaboration between Canadian and Ugandan healthcare professionals stands Dr. Peter O’Brien, a dedicated orthopaedic surgeon whose passion for global health led to the inception of the Uganda Sustainable Trauma Orthopaedic Program (USTOP).
Empowering Access: UBC Orthopaedics READI Committee’s Recent Victory
Recent improvements in the 11th-floor washroom of the Gordon and Leslie Diamond Health Care Centre (DHCC) at Vancouver General Hospital, underscore the university’s commitment to accessibility, prompted by UBC Orthopaedics Assistant Professor and READI Director, Dr. Bonita Sawatzky.